The Enterprising Women of Color DMV Business (EWOC) Center at WACIF proudly presents our second annual Cultivate Women’s Summit. This year’s theme, Leading with Intention, underscores our deep commitment to fostering a supportive environment where women founders can invest in their personal and professional growth and development. Through the Cultivate Summit, we aim to empower women entrepreneurs to transition from the day-to-day operations of their businesses to strategic and intentional leadership roles. This exclusive event caters specifically to women entrepreneurs in the DMV Region, offering a platform for cross-sector collaboration, educational opportunities, networking, and individualized technical assistance.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided for all attendees. The day will culminate with a Networking Happy Hour.  

The event will be hosted at Convene, 600 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20005. Registration closes on June 17 at 5 PM ET.

Charis Jones, CEO and Chief Designer of Sassy Jones created an award-winning accessory brand deeply rooted in the belief of helping women feel undeniably confident about themselves. After ranking as a top sales professional for Fortune 50 companies like Verizon and Geico, she left her corporate position to build her brand full-time at the most inconvenient life stage; becoming a twin mom. Through much perseverance and persistence, today Sassy Jones is a multi-million dollar brand; earning #24 on the INC 5000 Fastest growing small businesses in America, placement in Forbes magazine, and an exclusive line on HSN, all while boasting a 72% 30-Day Customer Return Shopping Rate.

Terrand Smith, Opening Plenary Keynote Speaker

Terrand Smith is the Founder and CEO of 37 Oaks, a Chicago-based commerce development & learning laboratory that educates and prepares entrepreneurs for growth through e-commerce, wholesale, storefront & popup markets. A retail powerhouse, Terrand managed nearly $1 billion in revenue over her 15+ year career. Now, as Founder and CEO of 37 Oaks, she empowers entrepreneurs in e-commerce and retail. Her book, “Prepare to Shift,” guides hobbyists to business success.

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